Air traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean exceeds expectations in 2025
The Airports Council International of Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) announced that passenger traffic in the region performed better than this year's projections
Preliminary data for the period from January to September indicate a growth of +5.43% compared to the same period in 2024, exceeding the annual forecast of +4.1%.
The results reflect the significant contribution of various markets. Argentina leads with an expansion of +13.5%, followed by Brazil (+8.87%), Panama (+8%), and Peru (+7.1%). Mexico, Uruguay, Costa Rica, Chile, and Colombia also maintain a positive trajectory, reinforcing regional dynamism.
International traffic continues to be a pillar of recovery and expansion, with an increase of 4.9% during the period. The cargo segment also showed consistent growth, registering an increase of 2.45%.
“These figures demonstrate the strength of the airport sector in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our airports have not only overcome recent challenges, but continue on a path of sustained expansion, the result of cooperation between operators, authorities, and strategic partners. The region is thus consolidating its position as a key player on the global aviation stage,” stated Rafael Echevarne, Director General of ACI-LAC.
"With these indicators, Latin America and the Caribbean reaffirm their position as one of the best-performing regions in the recovery of global aviation, demonstrating resilience and growth potential," the statement continued.
Source: ACI-LAC